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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Scott Scale 70 and 2009 Scott Scale 70.
- Equipment
2009 Scott Scale 70 has 20 mm more front travel than 2006 Scott Scale 70 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.2; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2006 Scott Scale 70
2009 Scott Scale 70
Overview
Model Year
2006
2009
Brand
Scott
Scott
Model
Scale 70
Scale 70
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$799.99
Not documented
Colors
—
Black/White/Yellow
Sizes
—
XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Weight
—
28.19 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded/bonded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum, butted
7005 double butted hydroformed aluminum
Fork
Rock Shox J2, 80mm travel
RockShox Dart 2 w/lockout, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano SLX
Crankset
Shimano FC-M440, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano FC-M442, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN26
Shimano UN-26, 110mm spindle
BB Shell Width
—
68mm
Cassette
—
Shimano HG50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano HG53-9
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Wellgo LU-998-S
Brakes
Brakes
Scott Comp 70mm pads brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Shimano M486 w/160mm Rotor brakes, Shimano M486 hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated Ritchey Integrated
1 1/8" Ritchey OE
Handlebar
Scott X-Rod 580mm
Scott Comp riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Scott Comp
Scott Comp OS
Saddle
Scott Racing
Scott Racing
Seatpost
Scott Team
Scott Comp, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula, Rear: Shimano 511
Front: Scott Comp Disc, Rear: Shimano RM-65 Centerlock disc
Rims
Alex DM-18, 32-hole
Alex XC-44 disc, 32-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion stainless steel, straight gauge
DT Swiss Champion, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Scott OXYD
26 x 2.20" Continental Mountain King
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.